A Mighty Warrior Part III
Battle Plan

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

Definitions:
• Mighty – having, characterized by, or showing superior power or strength
• Warrior - a person engaged or experienced in warfare; soldier. A person who shows or has shown great vigor, courage, or aggressiveness, as in politics or athletics.

Key points:
• Heading (v10)
• Means of achieving the goal. (v 11a, 13a)
• Purpose (v 11b, 12)
• Explanation of the problem. (v 12)

This Week’s Challenge
KNOW the battle plan.

A Mighty Warrior Part II
The-LORD-Is-My-Banner

Scripture:

Exodus 14:13-14
13 And Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. 14 The LORD will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”

Exodus 17:14-16
14 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Write this for a memorial in the book and recount it in the hearing of Joshua, that I will utterly blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven.” 15 And Moses built an altar and called its name, The-LORD-Is-My-Banner; 16 for he said, “Because the LORD has sworn: the LORD will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.”

Nehemiah 4:19-20
19 Then I said to the nobles, the rulers, and the rest of the people, “The work is great and extensive, and we are separated far from one another on the wall. 20 Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, rally to us there. Our God will fight for us.”

Definitions:
• Mighty – having, characterized by, or showing superior power or strength
• Warrior - a person engaged or experienced in warfare; soldier. A person who shows or has shown great vigor, courage, or aggressiveness, as in politics or athletics.
• The-LORD-Is-My-Banner - Hebrew YHWH Nissi

Key points:
• A Mighty Warrior should knows when to stand still. (Exodus 14:13-14)
• A Mighty Warrior has a story to tell. (Exodus 17:14-16)
• A Mighty Warrior rallies at the sound of the trumpet. (Nehemiah 4:19-20)

This Week’s Challenge
KNOW what banner you are fighting under.

A Mighty Warrior

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4, 7-10

Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. 2 You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.
3 Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them.
7 Think about what I am saying. The Lord will help you understand all these things.
8 Always remember that Jesus Christ, a descendant of King David, was raised from the dead. This is the Good News I preach. 9 And because I preach this Good News, I am suffering and have been chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained. 10 So I am willing to endure anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.

Definitions:
• Mighty – having, characterized by, or showing superior power or strength
• Warrior - a person engaged or experienced in warfare; soldier. A person who shows or has shown great vigor, courage, or aggressiveness, as in politics or athletics.
• Endurance - the ability or strength to continue or last, esp. despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions; stamina:

Key points:
• A Mighty Warrior understands his position (or rank). (1-2)
• A Mighty Warrior endures. (3-4, 7)
• A Mighty Warrior understands the mission. (8-10)

This Week’s Challenge
Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

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